Doctor of Philosophy in Indigenous Knowledge

Indigenous knowledge spans insights, innovations and practices that Indigenous peoples around the world have developed over countless generations, typically in societies with a deep relationship with their natural surroundings.

It is applied across a diverse array of fields – including medicine, health, education, development, resource management, agriculture, law and the arts.

This distinctive program – the first in Australia to offer studies in Indigenous knowledge as an explicit, interdisciplinary subject area – is designed to recognise and activate Indigenous knowledge, deepen engagement and reciprocal learning with Indigenous communities, and facilitate entry into a PhD program for Indigenous candidates already engaged in research and academia.

A four-year bachelor degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and have achieved a minimum weighted average of 75% in the final year subjects or (University of Melbourne) equivalent Or a masters degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and achieved a minimum weighted average of 75% or (University of Melbourne) equivalent Or a qualification or professional experience considered to be equivalent Or be an Indigenous Australian, who is not otherwise selected, if the Selection Committee decides they are likely to succeed in their proposed course of study.

English language requirements:

IELTS (academic English Only): 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)

TOEFL Internet-based test: 79 + ; Writing 21; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 13;

Pearson Test of English Academic: 58 + no communicative skill below 50

Cambridge English: Advanced/ Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): 176 + no skill below 169